Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,500.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 03m.

What airlines fly to Melbourne Airport?

Qantas Airways, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Melbourne Airport. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Melbourne Airport on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 59% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

Philippine Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 46m.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 6 as of December 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport?

The month of June is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport, with most prices found around $886. The month of September is another great option to travel to Melbourne Airport, with average flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport averaging around $886.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $1,493. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Thursday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport for around $1,680.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Melbourne Airport?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Melbourne Airport is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport in the evening for as low as $1,523. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around $1,694. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Melbourne Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Melbourne Airport for around $1,189 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Melbourne Airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport for as low as $1,001 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 44% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport takes 27h 55m

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How far is Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne by plane?
The distance between Chicago O'Hare Intl and Melbourne is about 9659.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 27h 55m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
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How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is 6 as of December 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Melbourne Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Melbourne Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Melbourne Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport is Qantas Airways (36% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are American Airlines (34%), United Airlines (17%), and Air New Zealand (6%).

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $772	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 210 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $792	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 947 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
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Can stopping save me money on Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights?

You could potentially save up to 37% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight.

How have Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport flights are approximately 44% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne?

Philippine Airlines and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Melbourne

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Melbourne Airport?

Los Angeles (LAX) was the most common stop: 59% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights via San Francisco (SFO) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,500.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Flights connecting via Dallas (DFW) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 03m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport?

Dallas (DFW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 46m.

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